Maitre D

We are looking for an experienced Maitre'd that likes fast paced environments along with great energy!

We seek responsible, kind, hardworking individuals, with a positive and professional attitude and work-ethic. Our ideal candidates will bring genuine passion for service, hospitality, and enjoy working in a fast paced, high energy work environment.

Vic’s resides in the re-imagined former space of Five Points, the Mediterranean restaurant that Freeman, Meyer and Paraskevaides opened together in 1999. After 15 years, the restaurateurs decided to renovate the restaurant and the result: — Vic's — is an entirely new establishment.

Vic’s is part of The Bowery Group, responsible for neighborhood favorites Rosie’s, Shuka, Shukette and Cookshop. The Bowery Group is proud to list accolades such as James Beard Nominee for Outstanding Restaurateur 2022, Best Chef Greater New York 2022, New York’s Top 10 New Restaurants of 2021 in the New York Times, as well as multiple write ups of our restaurants in various publications.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm and professional first point of contact for all guests
• Manage reservations, walk-ins, and waitlists while maintaining optimal seating flow
• Communicate wait times and table status clearly and graciously
• Coordinate large party reservations and special accommodations with management
• Supervise and support the host team to ensure service standards are maintained
• Work collaboratively with management and the dining room team to maximize covers while prioritizing guest experience
• Maintain accuracy and organization within the reservation platform and guest database

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Maître d' or lead host in a high-volume, fine dining restaurant
• Strong hospitality instincts and guest engagement skills
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced service environment
• Experience with Resy or similar reservation systems preferred
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Ability to bend, reach, and move throughout the restaurant as needed

Benefits We Offer:

• Paid Time Off
• Transit Benefits
• Dining Discounts
• Shared Medical Plan
• 401(k)
• Professional Career Development

This position requires daytime and evening hours and weekends with FULL and PART TIME AVAILABILITY.

Vic's provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.